Whether there will be six more weeks of winter or an early spring, these cute projects will help you pass the time.

Excitement is building in your house. Your little critter can hardly wait for the Punxsutawney prophet himself, Groundhog Phil to make his annual prediction. Will he grant your snow baby six more weeks of snowman building or is it on to spring tulips and rainy day puddle jumping? Craft while you wait with one of these simply adorable Groundhog Day crafts for kids.

geometric-groundhog-almostunschoolers-com
Almost Unschoolers

1. Almost Unschoolers has the scoop on how to make this geometric groundhog that’s a perfect fit for preschoolers.

2. Put that sensory box to good use by having your little ones search for tiny groundhogs and match them to a printout like this fun idea from @playroomprek on Instagram.

groundhog-shadow-craft-allison-sutcliffe
Allison Sutcliffe

3. No matter how your aspiring artist chooses to paint or color this cute groundhog, his shadow will always be close behind. Get the template, instructions, and a cool texture painting idea at allkidsnetwork.com.

girl-with-groundhog-pop-up-craft-allison-sutcliffe
Allison Sutcliffe

4. Your kidlet can play peek-a-boo with this groundhog puppet, who loves popping in and out of his grass-lined toilet paper roll to look for his shadow. Print your own cuddly paper puppet template online to get this project rolling!

heart-shaped groundog day craft
Allison Sutcliffe 

5. We dare you not to love this simple cut-and-paste, googly-eyed groundhog who’s a Pinterest fave. Three hearts make up his face, teeth, and button nose, followed by ears and eyes trimmed freestyle. All you need is a glue stick at the ready to assemble this furry friend!

Related: Interview with a Groundhog: Punxsutawney Phil Dishes the Dirt

Kids Activity Blog

6. Our friends at Kids Activity Blog have the how-to on this adorable, paper-bag craft.

a picture of a fun Groundhog Day craft, groundhog finger puppets
Housing a forest

7. We can’t quite put our finger on what makes these petite puppets so adorable, but we bet your little ones will love making them. Housing a Forest spells out the necessary steps to construct this easily animated guy.

 

Even if you’ve traded in your pre-kid St. Patrick’s Day activities, with a little luck, there’s still plenty of fun to be had. Whether you’ve got preschoolers (hello, St. Patrick’s Day coloring pages) or older kids (Shamrock slime, anyone?), we’ve gathered up a bunch of festive St. Patrick’s Day crafts for kids that will get your crew excited about the holiday. Be sure to top off the holiday fun with a batch of Irish Soda Bread scones

Fruit Loop and Pipe Cleaner Craft

Perfect for working on fine motor skills, this St. Patrick’s Day craft is ideal for toddlers and preschool kids. The supplies are safe (and tasty), and you can do anything from a rainbow to a shamrock.

Interactive St. Patrick’s Day Craft

A lesson in gratitude as well as a fun St. Patrick’s Day craft for preschool and kindergarten kids, you can buy the template from Teachers Pay Teachers by clicking here.

Shamrock Puppets

These shamrock puppets are cute St. Patrick's Day crafts
Typically Simple

Your kids will have a sham-rocking time making up stories about these happy shamrocks. Find out how to make a few of these cheerful characters over at Typically Simple

Shamrock Slime

As the Bunny Hops

It's icky, it's gooey, but it's also so pretty! This Shamrock Slime from As The Bunny Hops is bound to not only entice your neighborhood leprechaun but also provide hours of fun, too. 

Rainbow Shaker Wand

Picture of a rainbow shaker wand, one of the best St patricks day crafts
Happy Mothering

St. Patrick's Day is all about enjoying rainbows and leprechauns! Help the kids craft this whimsical Rainbow Wand Shaker from Happy Mothering. Made with household supplies you probably already have lying around, this brightly colored (and noisy) project will keep your kids busy all afternoon.

Rainbow Bracelet

Simple Everyday Mom

Whether your kiddo is looking to make a gift for a friend, or just expand their jewelry collection, this rainbow bracelet from Simple Everyday Mom is perfect. Brightly colored rainbow beads are strung up on stretchable cord, then attached to a cute, free printable!

Mosaic Paper Shamrocks

Happiness is Homemade

Let your kids get their craft on with these fun mosaic paper shamrocks from Happiness is Homemade. Simple paper shamrocks are covered in multi-colored squares for a handmade and unique craft that's perfect for St. Patty's.

Rainbow Preschool Craft

The Nerd's Wife

Perfect for little learners, this preschool St. Patrick's Day rainbow craft from The Nerd's Wife is a great way to spend the afternoon. With just three supplies, this colorful DIY project is simple enough to avoid a trip to the craft store, but it still packs tons of fun.

Pots o' Gold and Rainbows

Willowday

Hide pots of gold around the house with this cute craft from Willowday. All you need to pull it off is a paper cup and some colorful ribbons. Click here to get the scoop.

Related: 8 St. Patrick’s Day Science Experiments for Kids

Handprint Rainbow Painting

Kids Craft Room

Let your little leprechauns get messy with this cute creation from Kids Craft Room. They’ll have fun experimenting with paint colors and making different shapes. 

Paper Plate Leprechaun Mask

Kids Craft Room

If you’ve got paper plates and paint on hand, you’re all set to make a leprechaun mask like this one from Kids Craft Room. Complete with a leprechaun’s signature hat and ginger beard, kids will have a blast wearing their creations around the house. 

Marzipan Rainbows

This marzipan rainbow is a fun St Patrick's Day craft
Craft Knife

Chasing a rainbow is not as tricky as it seems, thanks to Craft Knife’s clever use of marzipan in place of clay to make lucky rainbows. Best part? They can eat their creations without getting sick. 

DIY Fairy Garden

Sara Olsher

The Irish have a long-standing relationship with The Little People of lore, and the leprechaun is one of the most famous this time of year. Craft a fairy garden for your little visitors using houseplants, doll furniture, and more. Click here to learn how to DIY it for the wee folk.

Marshmallow Rainbow

marshmallow rainbow is a fun St. Patrick's Day craft
No Time for Flashcards

Kids can make a sweet rainbow out of colorful mini marshmallows—and maybe snack on a few while they're at it. Head over to No Time for Flashcards to get the instructions for this easy St. Patrick's Day craft.

Shamrock Suncatchers

Hands On As We Grow

Hands On As We Grow came up with this light-catching craft that's perfect for tiny tots. Kids can go wild arranging tissue paper and glitter, then just keep it in place with contact paper.

Related: This Is How to Sham-Rock a St. Patrick’s Day Party

Toilet Paper Roll Leprechauns

Moments of Mommyhood

How adorable is this little guy from Moments of Mommyhood? Put your old toilet paper rolls to good use by crafting wee leprechauns to display around the house. 

Rainbow Suncatcher

A rainbow suncatcher is a fun St. Patrick's Day craft
Melissa Lennig via Fireflies and Mudpies

Brighten up your wintery scene with these beautiful rainbow sun catchers that are the perfect touch for your St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Melissa Lennig of Fireflies and Mudpies breaks it all down for you.

Rainbow Coloring Page

Sarah McClelland via Little Bins for Little Hands

This simple St. Patrick's Day rainbow coloring page opens up a world of possibilities for your little artist! Sarah McClelland from Little Bins for Little Hands has it for you, along with a great recipe for puffy paint!

Leprechaun Hat

Fireflies and Mudpies

Have your kiddo try out this adorable Leprechaun hat from Fireflies and Mudpies that can serve as a decoration or a gift. 

—with additional reporting by Amber Guetebier, Abigail Matsumoto, and Taylor Clifton

 

 

 

 

 

 

From magical dragon eggs to a no-sew mask, we’ve rounded up fun projects to make your little ones roar

They soar through your little adventurer’s imagination breathing fire, challenging knights of the realm, and guarding magical eggs against would-be thieves. In short, dragons are epic. And your half-pint can’t get enough of them. Indulge their fiery dreams with one of our favorite dragon crafts. And, since 2024 is the Year of the Dragon according to the lunar calendar, even more reason to break out the supplies and get crafty just in time for the Lunar New Year.

Geometric Shapes Dragon

This is the perfect dragon craft for preschoolers. You can cut out the shapes in advance and use other fun things to make each one unique.

Dazzling Dragon Egg

a cool dragon egg craft
Quite Frankly She Said

After you decorate dazzling dragon’s eggs, pretend to be Harry Potter whisking it out from under the Hungarian Horntail’s nose, while your Gryffindor team cheers you on. Get the details from Quite Frankly She Said.

Chinese Dragon Craft

a picture of a dragon craft
No Time for Flashcards

Bet you can’t guess what gives this Chinese dragon craft its scaly design. Find out at No Time for Flashcards, where easy step-by-step instructions walk you through this serpentine creation.

No-Sew Dragon Mask

no-sew dragon craft mask for kids
Lia Griffith

Cut and paste this adorable no-sew dragon mask that’ll transform your mini spitfire into one fierce fire-breather. Get the details from Lia Griffith.

Paper Plate Flying Dragons

a picture of a paper plate dragon craft
Pink Stripey Socks

Take to the skies when you engineer flying dragons. To complete this simple project, you need paper plates, paints or markers, and the downloadable template designed by Pink Stripey Socks. Print, cut, color, play!

Dragon's Eyes

a picture of painted dragon eyes
Allison Sutcliffe

Paint gleaming dragon’s eyes with this painless craft. We love the big payout this quick, arty activity has for tiny dragon lovers. To make your own, check out the how-to video from Our Peaceful Planet.

Related: 12 Easy Lunar New Year Projects for Kids

Toilet Paper Roll Dragon

Create a fire-breathing dragon with leftover toilet paper rolls. One Little Project spells out the need-to-know info to make this manually activated, monstrously fun craft.

Letter D Craft

No Time for Flashcards

Educate your preschoolers with this Dragon D craft. Designed by Allison at No Time for Flashcards, it’s as simple as A-B-C-D to make!

Dragon Hand Puppets

a picture of a cute dragon hand puppet
Ruffles and Rainboots

Colored construction paper is the main ingredient for this delightfully easy-to-put-together dragon hand puppet, designed by Sarah at Ruffles and Rainboots. We love these playful guys!

Origami Dragon Craft

This Origami dragon craft is easier than it looks! Check out this easy tutorial to get started.

Fire-Breathing Dragon Craft

Why not pair a reading session with your afternoon crafting time? Think Dragons Love Tacos, The Paper Bag Princess, or Don’t Wake the Dragon.

From money envelopes to dragons, here are the best Chinese New Year crafts for preschoolers and beyond

We’re squealing with excitement over the upcoming Lunar New Year. This family-centric celebration starts on the first day of the new moon on the Lunar Calendar, and we’ve searched high and low for ways to involve the whole crew. From paper lanterns and red envelopes to lunar calendars and more, find your favorite Chinese New Year crafts to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. We’ve also got fun dragon crafts for kids!

Toilet Paper Roll Dragon

Make this amazing dragon craft with the simplest materials. Tissue paper, pom poms, a toilet paper tube, glue, and googly eyes are all you need for this craft, but let your kiddo be creative and use whatever they’d like.

Origami Rabbit

Chinese new year crafts
Easy Peasy and Fun

It's the Year of the Rabbit! Celebrate the lunar new year with this adorable origami rabbit craft from Easy Peasy and Fun.

Chinese Lanterns

Happiness is Homemade

Light up your new year with these simple sparkle Chinese lanterns made from colored paper, jewel stickers, tape, and glue. Put them up in pairs, but remember—four is an unlucky number! If your little crafter is on a roll, eight lanterns strung together are lucky and bring wealth. Heidi over at Happiness is Homemade gives us the how-to-do.

 

Chinese New Year Craft Firecrackers

This Lunar New Year craft sparkles and shines! You can find most of what you need at home, but be sure to click the picture to see the details.

Related: 14 Asian Food Recipes You’ll Think Are Takeout

Paper Dragon

Allison McDonald via No Time for Flashcards

Your little reveler can bring good luck and have fun creating this paper dragon craft. It's easy to make with things from around the house: paper, paint, a rolling pin, bubble wrap, and googly eyes. Psst ... this can be an afternoon activity if you make a really big dragon! Get the step-by-step at No Time for Flashcards.

 

Lunar Calendar

Nikki Walsh

Since the Chinese Calendar is based on the lunar calendar with each month beginning on the first day of the new moon, have your little ones fill out the different phases to see where the New Year's month begins. You’ll need a calendar, circle stickers, and scissors. Find a quick tutorial, here.

 

Accordion Tangerine

Buggy and Buddy

Tangerines and oranges symbolize good luck and wealth for the new year. Your little moon can bring this bright and vibrant happy color into the house with this cute Chinese New Year craft by Chelsey at Buggy and Buddy. It’s easy to make with colored paper, brown yarn, scissors, and glue. 

 

Money Envelopes

First Palette

What tot can resist those red envelopes? Usually filled with money (of even denominations) and given out at the celebratory dinners, if you have time, you and your crew can make these little envelopes and decorate them too. We love the version from Sue over at First Palette because it comes with a printable template!  

 

Cherry Blossom Fans

In the Playroom

Lunar New Year is also known as the Spring Festival, so what better way to celebrate than by letting your little artist finger-paint cherry blossoms on Chinese fans? Just grab some colored paper, a black pen, paint, and tape. The instructions can be found over at In the Playroom.

Calligraphy

Chinese new year crafts
Tinkerlab

Your little scribes may not be ready to master Chinese characters, but you can still introduce them to the art of calligraphy. Once you've gathered the basic supplies of a pen, ink, and paper, you can follow Rachelle Doorley's guide over at Tinkerlab.

 

Chinese Gong

Chinese new year crafts
Kid World Citizen

Get musical by making a Chinese-inspired gong, like this one from Kid World Citizen. You can even experiment with different pan sizes for different types of sounds. 

Chinese New Year Sensory Bin

Let littles get hands-on Chinese New Year-style exploring in this sensory bin. First, color the rice red to bring good luck (A quick how-to at Little Bins for Little Hands). Then add chopsticks, old Chinese coins, teacups, spoons, Lunar New Year sayings, red envelopes, and our favorite, a Buddha. Be sure to supervise toddlers while they enjoy this fun experience.

Get out that gauze and get ready to recreate a few of these mummy craft projects that are just the right amount of creepy.

Pumpkin carving might not be so easy (unless you have these pro templates) but these mummy crafts are actually very simple to pull off. Spend an afternoon with the kids and make a festive decoration that will last for Halloweens to come. If you’re looking for other Halloween crafts for kids, we’ve got those too!

Moving Eyes Mummy Craft

How cute is this idea? Even the big kids might get in on the fun with this Halloween craft. Get the details over at Kids Craft Room.

Glowing Nose Mummy Craft

This is a lot easier than it looks, and the kids will love to watch these mummies light up after dark! Get the tutorial over at Non-Toy Gift Ideas.

Toilet Paper Roll Mummy

Even if you don’t “do” crafts, you can still do this. Save a few rolls, buy string and googly eyes, and get to work. You can paint them, or not, it’s up to you and your kids.

Masking Tape Mummy

Masking Tape Mummy Craft
Somewhat Simple via Eighteen25

We love this sweet and simple masking tape and construction paper mummy craft by Eighteen25 that's perfect for preschoolers who are still honing their fine motor skills. And if you want to extend the playtime after the mummy's made, just add a popsicle stick to the back, and voila! You've got yourself a puppet!

Bendable Mummy Figures

a bendable mummy craft
Family Chic from Camilla Fabbri

Your kids will love bending these DIY mummy figures to fit their needs. Who knows? You may just find a chain of them dangling from the chandelier, your rearview mirror, or even the showerhead. Check out Family Chic for inspiration and how-to.

Wood Block Mummies

Mummy Craft
Craftaholics Anonymous

Yes, there is a possible trip to the hardware store for this one, but your reward will be an adorable DIY decoration that you'll pull out every Halloween for years to come. We love this tutorial by Craftaholics Anonymous. Can't stomach the thought of loading up a carload of kids and navigating the lumber yard? Try substituting cereal boxes for a temporary decoration, instead.

Pumpkin Mummies

Hands on As We Grow

Hands On As We Grow has an idea for the friendliest little mummy pumpkin you'll ever meet, and you can get the step-by-step here. Googly eyes and no-mess cuteness? Yes, please!

 

 

We’ve rounded up sweet Halloween crafts for kids guaranteed to give your little goblins thrills, not chills

Are frightening zombies, spooky spirits, and menacing mummies a little much for your little ones?  We’ve got 18 Halloween crafts for kids that are way sweeter than they are scary (just like these Halloween jokes). You’ll find smiling jack-o’-lanterns and googly-eyed bats that’ll leave you and your crafty little pumpkins cackling with glee. Go ahead and make a night of it with easy Halloween treats, kid-friendly ghost stories, and Halloween games (including minute to win it games)!

1. Halloween Castle Craft for Kids

This one is more of a time-consuming project, but what an exciting one! This could be a fun activity for the family or a big Halloween craft for kids, but either way, it’ll be amazing.

2. Painting Pumpkins with Apples

You can’t go wrong with these little pumpkin paintings! Your kiddos will have fun using something different (halved apples!) to paint with.

3. Toilet Paper Roll Mummy

This is a classic mummy craft that your kids will enjoy making! Switch it up by adding whatever type of eyes or string you’d like.

4. Candy Corn Nature Craft

Get out into nature before it’s too chilly and find some leaves to make this fun Halloween craft for kids. They will have a blast searching for their leaves outside and cutting and gluing their candy corn pieces. Use petals for the white section if you have some around.

Related: Cackle Like a Witch at These Printable Halloween Jokes

5. Bunny Pumpkin

This bunny pumpkin couldn’t be scary, but it is super adorable! This project might be good for young kids, but this is also a good craft to accessorize. Add eyelashes, a hat, or anything you’d like to make your bunny unique.

6. Ghost Jar Halloween Craft for Kids

These ghost jars will make an adorable glowing decoration for Halloween! Safety Tip: Use battery-operated votive candles to keep things safe. You can also use multi-colored string lights to make things more fun!

7. Painted Leaves

These painted leaves are super cute ways to let your kid be creative and it doesn’t require many materials! The best part? This Halloween craft for kids won’t consume too much of your time.

8. Ghost Painting Halloween Craft

Your kiddo will love trying out this ghost painting! They can paint any sort of accessories like hats, bows, or anything they’d like to give their ghost some personality.

Related: 27 Not Too Spooky Songs for Your Halloween Playlist

9. Macaron Pumpkins

Macaron Pumpkins are a cute Halloween craft for kids
Craft Box Girls

Nothing spooky here! This sweet pumpkin craft from Craft Box Girls transforms an ordinary craft gourd into a macaron with a little paint, glitter, felt, and glue. And let's be honest, it's a whole lot easier than making real macarons!

10. Batty Silhouette

a batty sillhoutte art project is an easy Halloween craft for kids
Mini Monets & Mommies

Explore the idea of silhouettes with this batty Halloween craft for kids. Your kid can create a vampire bat, using plain black construction paper. Fold the paper book-style, and draw half the bat starting at the center. Keeping the paper folded, cut the bat out. Unfold the paper to reveal the whole creature. Glue the silhouette to a painted paper sunset to complete the craft. Get the tutorial at Mini Monets and Mommies.

11. Crafty Bats

bat crafts are a fun Halloween craft for kids
Buggy & Buddy

These happy nocturnal creatures are the perfect Halloween decor for your bat cave. You might even have everything you need lying around the house, too! Fly over to the tutorial at Buggy and Buddy.

12. Not-So-Spooky Spiders

Paper plate spiders are a fun Halloween craft for kids
Living In Happy Place

Creepy crawlies don't need to be super scary. This paper plate spider has more crafty cuteness than venomous fright. Think of it as treat, and not a trick! Get the Halloween crafts instructions from Living In Happy Place.

Related: 23 Last-Minute Costumes You Can Totally Pull Off

13. Sugar Skull Skeleton Craft

Skeleton craft for Halloween
Gabby Cullen

This sweet skeleton is perfect for kids to display all the way through Dios de los Muertos! We love that there's a free printable template you can use and that kids can decorate however they see fit. Get the tutorial here

14. Handprint Spiders

Fun at Home with Kids

Let the kids lend a hand (or two) to create these adorable arachnids from Fun at Home with Kids. Make a new one every year to document growth!

15. Halloween Rock Magnets

Magnet rocks are a fun halloween craft for kids
This Heart of Mine

This rockin' craft from This Heart of Mine is perfect for hanging your little monsters' artwork on the fridge. 

16. Footprint Bunting

Mamma.Pappa.Bubba

Put your left (and right) foot in to create this adorable party decor from Mama.Papa.Bubba. From ghosts to cats, candy corn, and more, let the kids decorate each footprint as their favorite Halloween characters. 

Related: 12 Halloween Minute-to-Win-It Games For Kids

17. Glittery Jack-o-Lantern Mason Jars

Mason jar halloween craft for kids
Life is a Lullaby

We love how Life is a Lullaby transformed tiny mason jars into whimsical, shimmering jack-o-lanterns that double as candy holders and decor. The kids will love crafting their own toothy grins.  

18. Popsicle Stick Witch

a witch popsicle stick magnet is a fun Halloween craft for kids
This Girl's Life Blog

This googly-eyed witch from This Girl's Life Blog is wickedly cute. Part of a collection of magnets that includes a festive scarecrow and pumpkin, it's the perfect Halloween craft for the spooky season.

 

 

 

The tunnel is our Rube Goldberg favorite

Need some craft ideas that aren’t your usual? Raid the recycle bin, bust out any toilet paper rolls lying around, and get crafting! From Star Wars characters to bird feeders and even flying fish, the possibilities are endless when you’ve got a stash of toilet paper rolls on hand!

Animal Puzzles

If you had one of those flip puzzle books that allowed you to create animals with different tops, middles, and bottoms, then you’ll appreciate this adorable idea.

Cactus Toilet Paper Roll Craft

How adorable are these cacti?! These would be fun decorations for a kiddo’s room or party!

Sliced Toilet Paper Roll Design

Swipe through the images in this post to see the spray-painted final products of this toilet paper roll craft! This is one you could make as detailed or as simple as you’d like. You could also hand-paint it for some extra fun.

Toilet Paper Roll Snake

toilet paper roll crafts
The Clumsy Crafter

This adorable toilet paper roll craft will have kids creating their own snake out of multiple toilet paper rolls. After your kiddo is done and the paint is dry, it's playtime! Get the tutorial from The Clumsy Crafter

Birthday Crowns

toilet paper roll crafts
Creative Jewish Mom

What a cute idea for a birthday party favor! Kids can make their own crowns and wear them throughout the whole event. Get the tutorial over at Creative Jewish Mom

Bird Finder Binoculars

toilet paper roll crafts
Art Bar

Whether you're on an outdoor adventure or peeking at birdies from your window, these adorable Bird Finder Binoculars from Art Bar are perfect for exploring. All you need are some empty toilet paper rolls, string, and colorful masking tape to make your own.

 

Related: 33 Easy & Fun Paper Crafts for Kids

Star Wars Characters

toilet paper roll crafts
Hello, Wonderful

The gang's all here! This cast of Star Wars characters from Hello, Wonderful is perfect for your young Jedis. Great for an entire afternoon, these mini crafts use up that collection of TP rolls you've been collecting.

Flying Carp

toilet paper roll crafts
Squirrelly Minds

Everyone's day can use a little more color, especially in the form of whimsical and cheery flying carp from Squirrelly Minds! With basic supplies like tissue paper and double-sided tape, your littles will be running around with a few flying fish in no time.

Collage Animal Marionettes

toilet paper roll crafts
Art Bar

How adorable are these Collage Animal Marionettes from Art Bar?! Make your own with simple supplies, including bright beads and tissue paper.

Happy Birthday Sign

toilet paper roll crafts
Super Make It

If you have a stack of old TP rolls lying around, why not turn them into a useful sign like this one? Color the tubes, do some specific cutting and you have a truly unique way to say "Happy birthday!" Get all the details over Super Make It.

Super Hero Cuffs

toilet paper roll crafts
Reading Confetti

You don't need special powers to make these awesome wristlets with your little hero. After painting the tubes, let your kids decorate them with stars, flowers, lightning bolts, or anything that they think gives them special powers. Find out how to make the slits for little arms just right over at Reading Confetti.

Slinky Snake

toilet paper roll crafts
Eighteen 25

Practice dexterity and scissor cutting by whipping up one of these googly-eyed reptiles. Start by painting a toilet paper roll and letting it dry. Next, have your little one use safety scissors to snip a spiral shape into the roll. Decorate the bouncy creature with stripes or dots and a pair of inquisitive eyes. The gals over at Eighteen 25 have the low-down on how to get this toilet paper roll craft just right.

 

Related: 27 Adorable Toddler Crafts You Can Pull Out Anytime

Shape Stamps

toilet paper roll crafts
Mama Papa Bubba

Mama Jen of Mama Papa Bubba wows again! This toilet paper roll craft is the ultimate win-win. While the bambino brushes up on shapes and colors, you get to upcycle all of those saved rolls. On a rainy day, use the shapes to make cards or just let your kiddo go stamp crazy on the poster board.

Confetti Poppers

party poppers are one of the best New Year's Eve party ideas
Gabby Cullen

Speaking of parties... turn your kid's next one into the shindig of the year with these confetti poppers crafted out of a tied balloon wrapped and taped over a toilet tissue roll. Pour confetti into the open end, gently pull the end of the balloon... and POP! Check out our tutorial here. 

Bird Feeder

toilet paper roll crafts
Fireflies and Mud Pies

Keep an eye on your feathered friends by whipping up this easy feeder. All you have to do is spread the shortening onto a toilet paper roll and then roll the tube into bird seeds. The seeds will stick to the roll, and you can hang it up porch-side or stick it on a branch. Fireflies and Mud Pies has the details for this awesome toilet paper roll craft.

Cardboard Village

When you need to keep it simple, a mini village made from toilet paper rolls will do the trick. Pull out the markers, ribbon, paper, and whatever else the kids want to use, and get crafting!

There’s a ton of new stuff to pick up on your next IKEA run

When it comes to creating a family home, you love the sleek designs and affordable prices of IKEA (even if you dread the instructions). We know it can be hard to resist their unique decor and furniture, especially when you’re looking to give your kids’ room a makeover, so we went on a treasure hunt and found new IKEA products that are not only fun but within your budget, too. 

SNÖDJUP LED Light

new IKEA products for kids

Say it with a speech bubble. LED statement lights are still all the rage in 2023, and this fun version changes color (to maybe change with your kiddo's mood?).

Buy it here, $30

BLÅVINGAD Duvet Cover and Pillowcase

Make waves in your kids' room with this cool ocean-inspired duvet and pillowcase. Made from a cotton-viscose blend, they're reversible, so you can change it up whenever the mood strikes. 

Buy it here, $25. 

RÄVUNGE Car Track

this race car track is a new IKEA product for kids

Put this 23-piece puzzle-like race track together for easy fun using their massive toy car collection. We love that it's a smaller set that can go from one place to another (like to the grandparents) without much fuss. 

Buy it here, $9

Related: Surprising IKEA Hacks to Transform Your Kid’s Room

TIGERFINK Storage

IKEA products for 2023

Is it a toy? Is it a storage container? It's both! Kids can use this two-tiered mesh storage container as a "home" for all their stuffies, and when it's time to clean up, you can tuck it away in the corner or a closet. 

Buy it here, $18

UPPSTÅ Toddler Walker

toddler walker is a new IKEA product in 2023

Toddlers are busy folks, and this fun walker will help them (and their most treasured toys) get to where they need to go. The handle and the wheels can be adjusted depending on your kiddo's confidence and ability. 

Buy it here, $30

BLÅVINGAD Coral Cushion

this coral cushion is a new ikea product

Tweens love to lounge, and this turquoise cushion is as cool as it is comfy. This new IKEA product is one of our favorites for 2023. 

Buy it here, $15

BLÅVINGAD Submarine Toy

new submarine toy is a popular IKEA product for 2023

This adorable playset is like a 3-D submarine puzzle. With detailed illustrations and five characters, kids will have plenty of underwater adventures. 

Buy it here, $17

Related: 17 IKEA Organization Hacks You Can Easily Do Yourself

TROFAST Wall Storage

IKEA products - TROFAST wall storage

If you need another storage solution for your kids, but run out of ground space, consider installing some new TROFAST wall shelves. You can choose the basket color, the top acts like a display case, and you can hang them straight across or at a diagonal. 

Buy it here, $32

BLÅVINGAD Fishing Game

Kids can learn about respecting aquatic creatures and cleaning up the ocean with this fun new game. Magnetic fishing poles allow players to move things that don't belong in the water into compartments for waste and then move animals into the water.

Buy it here,$15

BRUMMIG Fox Towel

Your clean kiddo is ready to head into the woods in this fox bath towel. Made from 100% sustainably sourced cotton for extra comfort, that hood gives kids extra warmth when they get out of the water. 

Buy it here, $20

BLÅVINGAD Coloring Roll

Ikea products new in 2023

One IKEA product kids love is the iconic paper roll that's perfect for hours of artistic expression. This new ocean-themed roll is filled with marine life; kids can use markers and crayons to color the scenes. 

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Looking for good New Year’s party ideas? Ring in 2023 with a festive craft for kids that’s as easy as it is fun. Using basic art supplies (and leftover holiday trimmings), you can help your little party people pop it like it’s hot when it’s time for the 10…9…8…! Find out exactly what you’ll need to create confetti poppers for kids at home, and then plan your menu from our favorite easy appetizers

Supplies for confetti popper for kids

confetti poppers for kids

Paper Rolls (toilet or towel, whichever you have on hand)

Construction Paper and/or wrapping paper in festive colors

Balloons

Ribbon (regular and curling)

Markers

Scissors

Hole Punch (if you don’t have one handy, just cut up the paper)

Scotch Tape

Hot Glue or Elmer’s Glue

Jewels (optional)

Related: 16 Easy Ideas to Help You Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Home

Step One: Create Confetti

confetti poppers for kids

Using the hole punch (or scissors) create paper confetti using construction paper and leftover holiday wrapping paper in festive colors.

 

Step Two: Decorate the Popper

Using markers, have your handy helpers decorate their roll. Little doodlers can go festive with stars and fireworks, write fun New Year’s Eve-themed words, or even draw pictures. It's all about creativity!

Related: 22 Super-Easy Appetizers That Just Look Fancy

Step Three: Cut the Balloon

Tie a knot in the balloon, in the same spot you would if it was full of air. Then, using the scissors, carefully cut off the top of the balloon. Note: If you cut the balloon too close to the knot, there’s won’t be enough at the bottom to lay over the end of the paper roll.

Step Four: Create the Popper

Place the cut balloon on one end of the decorated roll and secure, using the tape. Cut lengths of regular ribbon, and using either hot glue or Elmer’s glue (if using Elmer’s, you’ll have to wait until it’s dry to continue) line the popper where the tape and balloon meet the roll. Once this is complete, cut pieces of curling ribbon and tie them around the knot of the balloon.

Optional Step: Fasten jewels to the thick piece of ribbon using glue. Hot or regular glue will do the trick.

Related: How to Make a Vision Board with Kids

Step Five: Pop the Confetti Poppers!

confetti poppers for kids

After all the crafty work, let your party people do some popping. Fill the open end of the tube with the confetti, pull down on the balloon knot and release! The confetti will explode everywhere, so be prepared for giggles. You can refill over and over for more New Year’s Eve fun.

 

 

 

 

 

 

International Artist’s Day is the perfect reason to get your creative juices flowing with these art sets

If you haven’t heart of International Artist’s Day, here’s a little background: beginning in 2004, IAD was created to celebrate the contributions made to society by artists around the world. It also just so happens to be the birthday of Pablo Picasso, who was born October 25, 1881.

We can’t think of a better day to really lean into your artistic side. These art sets are perfect for really flexing those creative muscles. Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, or a scientist (you read that right!), these art sets will get everyone in the family inspired!

Folk Art Watercolor Paint Kit

Set of four blue-based watercolor images

Create dreamy watercolor art with this paint kit designed for beginner artists! Starting with the four pre-stenciled art images, use the included paints and instructions to branch out with your own unique designs.

Folk Art Watercolor Paint Kit ($30.00) Here

Pasta Art Kit

Pasta art kit

Who says art is limited to paper? This kit features natural dyes to turn the homemade pasta you've created with the included 00 flour (the finest ground) into works of art. Makes 8-10 servings. 

Pasta Art Kit ($45.00) Here

Marbling Paint Art Kit

Marbling paint art kit

Paint on water? Yep, exactly that. Swirl, layer, drag, and smear the included paints through the water tray and "transfer" your design onto paper!

Marbling Paint Art Kit ($14.99) Here

Lulu Jr. Illustory Book Making Kit

With this kit, your kiddos are given the opportunity to write and illustrate their own hardcover book! Using the guide, little ones craft an entire book, complete with illustrations, then use the prepaid envelope and order form to send their creation off to be professionally printed!

Lulu Jr. Illustory Book Making Kit ($34.94) Here

Arts & Crafts Supplies Kit

Art supplies kit

Anything and everything they could possibly need for hours of creativity is included in this kit!

Arts & Crafts Supplies Kit ($15.98) Here

Crayola Color Chemistry Kit

Volcano art kit

Kids get to explore color in a whole new way with this kit! It includes 43 pieces and 16 experiments (plus the supplies to do them!). Great for getting your little scientists tapping into their artistic side.

Crayola Color Chemistry Kit ($28.99) Here

Create-Your-Own-Sand-Art Kit

Sand art kit

Including enough supplies to create 4 sand art displays, this kit is also a great option for allowing kids to make their own holiday gifts for parents, teachers, friends, and more.

Create-Your-Own-Sand-Art Kit ($5.00) Here

Deluxe Wooden Standing Art Easel

Child's art easel

It's tough to create art without the proper supplies, and this child-size wooden art easel has it all: dry-erase board, chalkboard, child-safe paper cutter, locking paper roll holder, and more!

Deluxe Wooden Standing Art Easel ($114.99) Here

Make a Real Mosaic—Unicorn

Not your typical mosaic kit! This set includes real natural stones that have been cut by mosaic artists in Tunisia. Follow the template to create a gorgeous unicorn mosaic they'll love to display!

Make a Real Mosaic—Unicorn ($24.95) Here

Build Beeswax Candles Activity Kit

Your kids will bee thrilled with this candle-making activity kit! Starting with a story about Bethany Bee that helps little ones learn just how important bees are, they then have all they need to create their own real beeswax candles (4-8 candles depending on size)!

Build Beeswax Candles Activity Kit ($24.95) Here

Speedy Carve Kit

Carving kit

Create your own stamps with this easy carving kit designed for beginners!

Speedy Carve Kit ($14.99) Here

Van Gogh Facet Art Kit

Diamond Dotz irises kit

The pre-sorted "diamond" facets and guide allow you to create a shimmery replica of this iconic Van Gogh piece!

Van Gogh Facet Art Kit ($64.99) Here

Light-Up Wire Art Kit

Light-up wire art kit

Follow the templates or design your own from scratch; either way, this EL wire creation kit is so much fun!

Light-Up Wire Art Kit ($34.95) Here

Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail

Through this adorable book about shy Sylvette and her neighbor, Pablo Picasso, kids are introduced to this esteemed artist and his work, along with a great story and lesson!

Piscasso and the Girl with a Ponytail ($9.99) Here

Osmo Super Studio Artist Bundle

Tablet art set

Make their Osmo an artist's dream with this bundle! Kids ages 4-10 will learn how to bring beloved characters to life through digital sketches. (Get your Osmo Base for iPad here, or for Fire Tablets here.)

Osmo Super Studio Artist Bundle ($95.20) Here

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